Citrus College Reviews

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Victor from Azusa, CA

07/01/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

5 out of 5 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

Students who want to save money, want to get back to educating themselves, students who want a small-town experience with big-city dreams.

Tips for prospective students

Great teachers who take time to make sure you understand the materials. Many resources available to help you succeed, so take advantage of them. If you are eligible for a BOGG fee waiver, your classes are paid for by the government

Christina from Pomona, CA

01/02/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

Citrus is great for all types of students, for what they offer says it all. They offer free tutoring to help in the areas that need a little more support for more understanding. When having to ask questions there are no judging remarks. No questions are viewed as too dumb or not being smart enough. Filling out the admission paper work to go to school says to you that you want more in life, and to the faculty members to get ready for a future someone. Every class I take I often wonder who am I Sitting next to. I feel students should take every opportunity to learn who everyone is and be optimistic about life.

Tips for prospective students

The best tip I can say for prospective students is come with an attitude for higher learning. Not only will it help you that to stay grounded and focused, but it will give your teachers the motivation to teach you at their best as well. What I have learned while going to college is teachers need motivation just like we do. They want to know that we need them to teach us the knowledge that they have. When having a readiness to learn I realize that my teachers teach more better and are happier with the outcome of their students. For the people that make the decision for higher education I feel its the best thing they can do for themselves, because it says that they want and have a desire for more.

Bang for the buck

As all schools costs is a factor in obtaining your education. With the recent rise in the school funds it has made earning money or retaining money that much more hard. I was a little disheartened by the raise, but I refused to let that effect me in continuing to go to school or complain. I did not choose to go to school to earn financial aid, I went to school for my education. No I don't always get the funds I need but I'm okay. All my needs for school are met, for I feel as long as I can sit in a classroom and receive a great education then I am great. My education is free to me even if I have to pay the knowledge I receive can never really have a price, for it will stay with me forever.

Am enjoying being here

I enjoy every moment at Citrus, for they have campus clubs that allow the students and faculty members to come together as one. One of the clubs I'm involved in is Foster 2 Famous; A resource club for students who were in foster care. The club has helped me to maintain in school as a former foster youth with support and lots of motivation. Also by being involved in the clubs I have been able to obtain a better image of the faculty members and gain support when needed. Growing up I never imagined I would be in college from all the moving that happened while being in foster care. To be social was not something I would consider for me as a child. With the help of the clubs I am continuously learning how to be more social and happy with my friends and teachers.

Am learning a lot

As an English Liberal Arts study major I take a lot of interest in finding ways to become better at my goals. At Citrus I'm not only receiving a great education, I'm being challenged and brought to my greatest potential. I will always rate Citrus at a high number, for their dedicated work to help and teach students. I didn't always have the best education growing up; when I got to Citrus I didn't feel very smart being along side the other students. They allowed me to keep a slow pace for my understanding and did not judge me. to me that was the best Citrus could ever offer me as i continue to grow with my goals at becoming a better learner.

Yesenia from Hacienda Heights, CA

07/19/2012

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has not been to campus.

2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
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Campus Safety

During school I like feeling safety and secure. I am a peaceful person and like others to be the same around me. I like others feeling safe around me and I am expecting to feel safe and secure around others.

Bang for the buck

My heart is not in Bang for the Buck I am really humble and don't expect to have much. Money is good to cover necessities, but just that my heart is not on it. When I have I give others that need.

What to do for fun

There are many fun things to do there at the college ,but I think that I won't have much time for it because am a very busy person. Fun for me is going to church and praising the lord. Many people may disagree with me, but trust me there's no better fun than this.

Food and Dining

I love food and dining, but during college I will try to eat less than I usually eat. I am not going to waste on food much I will just wait until I get home to eat. I am sure food there at college will be expensive.

Dorm Life

Dorm life sounds fun, but when you have to pay monthly rent and food I sound difficult without a job. Citrus College does not have dorms. This means that I will be at home and school, not in dorms.

Academic Rigor

I have an Academic Rigor such as exercising. I don't really like exercising because It's not my thing nor hobby. I prefer reading and writing, exercising is a challenge for me because I am not used to it.

Tips for prospective students

Some tips for prospective students will be first of all always be yourself, never try to be someone your not. Never giving up from trying, so that you can obtain the victory. Never let the fear put you down, but keep up with your goals.

In three sentences

I am planning to attend Citrus College this fall. I am registered already and hopefully I get the classes I need as my major. I chose Citrus College because I heard it was a very good school with many good professor's that take their time in explaining the materials.

Katie from West Covina, CA

08/31/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

If you're unsure what field you want to go into or want to cut the overall cost of a degree, take general ed classes while exploring areas that may interest you. Also, if you just want to learn, Citrus has a lot of continuing education opportunities.

Tips for prospective students

If you're going for a degree, keep your goal in sight; don't get stuck at Citrus for life. The student population is as diverse as the local general population - anyone would feel at home at Citrus.

citrus college has professors that are incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and determined to give their students a quality education. my experience there has been exceptional. i love the campus, the staff, the educators, and the students.

Stephanie from Glendora, CA

Campus safety is amazing, they are always there to help and are on seen in case of an emergency within minutes. very on top of all campus actions.

Clubs and Activities

The clubs are very fun and active on campus. we have very big diversity of clubs and even more diverse members. The clubs know how to have fun and they love them.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Citrus is a proud college and has build its self around helping students better themselves. We take pride in giving everybody a chance at an education such as disabled students, veterans, students that dropped out of high school, and students that were not ready to attended a 4 year university.

What to do for fun

For fun in between classes most students come to the campus center where they can watch TV, play games, relax, and study. almost every week clubs host events outside in the middle of classes that all students can participate in.

Food and Dining

The food is great, its all home made and fresh that day. There is also a book store with prepackaged food if you do not have time to sit down and enjoy lunch.

Dorm Life

Citrus is a commuter college so there is no housing. Although they do have a housing box in the campus center where students can look for housing and rooms they can rent from near by cities.

Academic Rigor

Citrus builds you up, if you are not ready to handdle the upper division classes you take the remedial classes that prepare you for the next step. Classes are meant to be challenging and once you hit the upper the division classes you feel like you are attending a 4 year college, that way you will not feel over whelmed when you transfer.

Tips for prospective students

Stay strong and be proactive when it comes to adding classes. be polite and you will gain so much more from the staffing then if your impatient and rude. Always have a plan B and C in case plan A falls through.

In three sentences

Citrus has been a great experience for me. The staffing is great, the faculty is helpful, and the atmosphere is nice. I am glad I attended Citrus before going to a 4 year college, it helped me grow in so many ways that I would have never received at a 4 year.

Andree-Ann from Pomona, CA

Check out the performances from the theater department - I've only heard good things!

Food and Dining

There should be more than one cafeteria - maybe there's another one but in one year I have yet to find it. It's very limited in terms of food!

Academic Rigor

I had As and Bs in all my classes and barely ever opened a book last semester. For two of my classes, I didn't even buy the books. I found the classes I took to be very easy in general.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure that you find out who the best teachers are. Some of the tenured instructors don't really seem to care anymore, which can be a drag if you're really there to learn, so you want to make sure that you get the best teachers. Also, make sure to get there way earlier on the first day if you want to find parking and be on time for your class!

In three sentences

Citrus College is not too bad for a community college. Small campus, which makes it hard to find parking, but easy to get from one class to another. There is a lack of support for International Students however.

Katherine from Monrovia, CA

Our cafeteria food is great and the people that work there are as well.

Dorm Life

None

Academic Rigor

Academically, I feel that Citrus challenges their students. In any class you will feel yourself being pushed and challenged at some point.

Tips for prospective students

Regularly meet with your admissions counselor. Also, if you are not able to get a class try adding and follow up continuously because a lot of people end up dropping. Some teachers will add you if you email them and convince them that you are serious about studying.

In three sentences

Cirtus College is a college with a great atmosphere for student. There is a lot of great tutoring and other help opportunities for those that need it and Citrus has a great admissions team and other professionals to help you get through college smoothly. The teachers truly care about their students and their outcome in the class.

Berenice from Ontario, CA

Campus safety is ALWAYS around. Either walking or on their cars, but i really feel protected with them looking out for us.

Clubs and Activities

Many clubs, not much experience but I've heard that there are quite a lot.

Great for these types of students

This school is great for any types of students, anyone who just wants to be someone great in the future.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Azuza Pacific (a private university) is next door neighbors to Citrus College. The school is in a very centric location. There is a Ross, Payless, (( cents store, O'Rileys, Fresh and Easy etc.

Bang for the buck

Citrus college, will be in fact one of the schools that will have an impact in my life, With all the support from teachers and counselors, i feel really confident in the rest of the years i have to be there. I feel like home although my house is about 30 minutes away from my house

What to do for fun

I hang out with my friends, walk around, and go into he cafeteria.

Food and Dining

There is a cafeteria, and there are many restaurants around also. They have healthy foods, if you're hungry just stop by and you will find something!

Tips for prospective students

I would recommend this school for anyone who wants to transfer or get their associates degree in anything. Everyone is really helpful and don;t be afraid to speak up.

In three sentences

Citrus College is one of the best schools I've had contact with. Although it's my first year here, I find alumni, counselors, teachers and other students really helpful. I am grateful that I chose this school, with all the support and tips.

Jeremy from Azusa, CA

05/25/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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What to do for fun

At Citrus College, I like to hang out in the Campus Center and talk to friends after coming out of a class or play Foosball. There is also TVs in the Campus Center that provides entertainment with comfortable couches to relax on. Also, the events at Citrus are a fun experience such as Spring-fest and Citrus week.

Food and Dining

The cafeteria at Citrus is always great when I have breaks during my classes. I can always go to the cafeteria and snack on some chips or purchase food. Also, some of the benefits of being a student at Citrus College are the perks, with my identification I'm able to get a free drink every semester, it always comes in hand when I do not carry change.

Dorm Life

I do not have a dorm at Citrus because it does not have any dorms. But the community there is great. The community is always looking clean and nice. Freshly cut green grass and the view of mountains is just a nice site to enjoy while studying.

Academic Rigor

The difficult with Citrus College is getting classes. I am not a priority student so when my registration day comes around, all classes are full. In which it worries me very much, but when I talk to a counselor they advice me to email the professor which helps very much.

Tips for prospective students

For those prospective students, be sure to always see a counselor every semester. They are there for you, they help you so much, they go through every step with you until you are satisfied with the school or goals you wish to reach.

In three sentences

It is a pleasure for me to attend an outstanding college like Citrus. I am very pleased with the professors and other sources that I can reach if I i ever need help. Overall my experience at Citrus College definitely helps me move closer towards my goals in life.

Kyle from Duarte, CA

Of all the wonderful activities that go on and the wonderful professors that teach the classes.

What to do for fun

There are tons of activities that go on throughout the year like Spring fest, stress busters, and also getting involved in lots of fun clubs and being involved in student government.

Food and Dining

There are a wide array of food options on campus at the book store, at the art and coffee bar, and the owl cafe, but at the cafe expect to pay at most $6-7 for a meal. The better deals would be at the bookstore or the vending machines.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms, it is a commuter college.

Academic Rigor

Some of the classes are hard, but it also depends on what teacher you have.

Tips for prospective students

You need to register as soon as possible so that you can get all the classes that you need.

In three sentences

It is a very friendly environment. There are lots of ways to get involved on campus. Lots of tutoring services available and offers a wide array of classes and you could put yourself on a wait list if a class is currently full instead of just walking into a class on the first day to try and get in.

most people are close to home still, so they do what they usually do for fun: movies, the beach, go out to eat, things like that.

Food and Dining

No food and dinning.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms.

Academic Rigor

The academic rigor really depends on what classes you are taking. If you are taking core classes that demand a lot of work than yes, classes can get hard.

Tips for prospective students

The only tip I could give a prospective student is to stay positive and try and add as many classes as possible if they are not receiving priority.

In three sentences

I think Citrus is a great school. It offers a lot of classes and is a great first step into the college life. Its best feature is that the classes are small so people do not get lost in the crowd during lectures.

Barbara from San Dimas, CA

07/29/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Citrus College has a great safety department. One can see sheriffs on campus in a daily basis. Some students work for the safety department by patrolling the parking lot to ensure that cars are up to date with the parking stickers.

Clubs and Activities

Citrus College has many clubs students can join. Some clubs require a fee to join. Clubs such as Alpha Gamma Sigma help students do community service to make their resumes much more appealing when they transfer to a university. Other clubs are for people to simply meet and make friends.

Great for these types of students

Citrus College has a large amount of international students, so if interested in making friends from overseas, students should attend Citrus.

Bang for the buck

Community colleges in general are getting pretty pricy every year. There are, however, many financial aids available through the state of California. Fastweb is another way to make money. This website offers many scholarships to students.

What to do for fun

Citrus College offers plays to the public, which are performed by student actors. The theatre is very active and is available year round. For those who love football or baseball, the college has a football and baseball team. They compete with other colleges when on season. There is a small fee for watching the game.

Food and Dining

Citrus College has a relatively small cafeteria. The food is healthy. They recently added a Starbucks coffee shop on the other end of the school.

Dorm Life

Citrus College is a community college, therefore dormitories are not provided for students. There are, however, a lot of out of state or international students who are always looking for room mates in their apartments.

Academic Rigor

Citrus College is dedicated to making students successful in their future academic lives, therefore there classes can be intense, specially math.

Tips for prospective students

Students who will go to college must be ready to work hard for their grades. College is not high school, and the key to succeed in college is to study hard. Be wise when choosing classes, for instance, math should not be taken with another science class. If you have a hard time managing time, take less classes. Do not clutter yourselves with classes, the result will be having to re take the class. It is ok to take a couple of classes per semester, as long as you do not repeat anything.

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Citrus College provides great access to counselors. The professors at Citrus College are very willing to help their students. Citrus College, overall, is focused on helping students in any way possible.

Tyler from Azusa, CA

Citrus notifies students of any criminal activity that occurs within the campus' surrounding area via email. they take security very seriously.

Bang for the buck

Being a community college, classes are drastically cheaper than their counterparts at 4 year institutions.

What to do for fun

Many clubs, campus activities, and being in the SoCal area surrounded by Hollywood, Disneyland, the beaches, and Six Flag's Magic Mountain (as well as the discounts being a student here offers to enjoy some of these places) make college both fun and enriching.

Food and Dining

With two student snack bars, a cafeteria, and nearby restaurants (panda express, taco bell, chipotle, jamba juice, mcdonalds, etc.) surrounding the college within walking distance, you never need to worry about a growling stomach in the middle of class.

Dorm Life

No dorming available.

Academic Rigor

Depending on the amount of units you take and what type of classes, you can gauge your difficulty level. The hardest classes would probably your mathematics and sciences if you are not geared in that direction. However, learning should always be an enjoyable experience.

Tips for prospective students

Take full advantage of financial aid; one of my books costs $214 and I wasn't able to receive any federal aid other than for my tuition. Learn about the school's Honors Program; it allows you to get priority registration and you get amazing opportunities for networking. Lastly, student government has always been a must for me and it has allowed me to get into contact with people who have supported me throughout my academic career.

In three sentences

If you know how to navigate the community college system, schools like Citrus College can be an amazing, if not preferable, alternative to the 4 year university track. I've only been here for one summer and I've encountered so many inspiring faculty members as well as many well-rounded students. The reputation that many people around me that community colleges are overcrowded pools of under-achievers is completely wrong; they, like all higher education institutions, are centers for learning that deserve the prestige allotted to any other college or university.

Diana from Pomona, CA

There is always security on campus and parking lots. Makes you feel safe when you have late classes.

Greek Life

no Greek life

Clubs and Activities

There are tons of clubs to join. Just visit and find the right one. Students are friendly and if you belong to a club you might even be eligible for more scholarships,

Great for these types of students

Every student whose is looking for an inexpensive education, Students who are still deciding on a major.

Bang for the buck

at $46 dollars a unit I have no complaints. The classes are inexpensive and you get a great education.

What to do for fun

On campus you can buy ticket for the latest play.

Food and Dining

The food is okay on campus. however there is a lot of places to eat outside campus.

Dorm Life

No dorm life

Academic Rigor

Most teachers are amazing and definitely now how to teach, but there are some who bring personal life into the classroom.

Tips for prospective students

Take advantage of the two free hours per week tutoring. Make a general ed plan as soon as possible. Check in with counselors every semester.

In three sentences

Citrus College has amazing staff. The counseling office and the cash office have been very courteous in the past. I love that they apologize if you have been waiting a long time and they are always so friendly.

Naw Phaw from West Covina, CA

They don't have too many things to do for fun. But there are some movie theaters and other fun spots around school. I'm sure you'd love it. :)

Food and Dining

Expensive and very few food options. Not a good one.

Dorm Life

There is no housing available for students on campus since it is a community college but it does offer housing (with reasonable price for every necessary things for household)close to school for out of state students and international students.

Academic Rigor

Very awesome I guess. Most of the classes are small even the general requirements classes. Since it's not too crowded, you can get the full attention from your professor and communicate with other classmates during class. Plus, most of the classes require you to do group works or with partners so it is so useful. Professors are very well prepared and really concerned about each students. They also knows almost every student in their class by name. Overall, really awesome in academic. Plus, there are many tutoring and other supplementary workshops for the classes in different subjects. Even if you don't quite understand the lecture, you still can go and ask the professor in his office hour or still can join those workshops and tutoring for free at any time.

Tips for prospective students

Get the most out of everything. Be engaged and get involved in every activities that the school offers. Get to know the professors personally, attend major related meetings and conferences offered on campus every once in a while. Since Citrus is not too crowded like other community colleges, you can get a lot from it by being active.

In three sentences

Citrus is such a great community college. It is cheap, not too crowded and offer many good opportunities academically and for future careers options. If you are truly engaged , you 'll get the most out of it.

Cassidy from Claremont, CA

10/22/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

We have a dedicated team of security guards to watch over campus. They patrol the parking lots as well as campus and make sure that all of the students are safe. I have never had a problem with anything of mine getting stolen on their watch.

Greek Life

Unfortunately there are no sororities or fraternities on campus but there are a few honor societies if you're looking to go greek.

Clubs and Activities

If you have an interest there is a club for you. We have clubs about anime, art in general, foreign language, psychology, carpentry, and so much more. If you're interested in something and we don't already have a club for it you're welcome to start a club for your activity.

Great for these types of students

Citrus has a mentality of come as you are there is no type of student this environment wouldn't be good for. Citrus is a melting pot where the students have shrugged off all of the high school stereotypes and just mingle together as one great big student body. There is no one that would feel out of place here.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Around halloween the latino club dresses a bunch of students up as zombies and lets them loose on the campus. Always a frightful good time trying to walk to class amongst hoards of the un-dead there are also a lot of other holiday related fun.

Bang for the buck

A solid education that won't break the bank. Tuition is the same for junior colleges everywhere but with citrus you get a smaller, for university style experience. For the same price as those jam-packed student mills they call the other community colleges in our area, my money's on citrus.

What to do for fun

For fun I suggest join one of the many clubs on campus. There is literally something for everyone. They have clubs ranging from drawing to paranormal exploration. We have such a diverse student body that there are so many options when it comes to clubs and organizations.

Food and Dining

The stuffed owl cafe serves up a mean sandwich and the fries are to die for. There are also a lot of options in the surrounding area such as Chipotle, Round Table Pizza, Von's supermarket and Subway.

Dorm Life

There is no on campus housing.

Academic Rigor

I gave the academic rigor 3 out of 5 stars because it is a bit of hit and miss. You need to do some research on your professors to make sure they are the good ones that care and want to challenge you.

Tips for prospective students

Citrus, like the other junior colleges in our area, is highly impacted. If you want to get in try taking any class you get. Math and science classes will help boost your priority for registration so try and knock those out of the way quickly. Get in touch with a counselor right away, they can help you set up a two-year path to get out quick.

In three sentences

Of the colleges in our area, citrus is the smallest and most personal junior college. Citrus offers that feeling of an intermediary between college and high school. Citrus offers just enough classes so that you can get a feel of the major you have in mind without drowning in prerequisite courses.

Vincent from Glendora, CA

10/30/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

The campus is generally safe with security always patrolling the many parking lots. The major crimes reported happened just off campus late at night when no one should be out walking anyway (midnight).

Great for these types of students

It is great for a wide variety of students like those who are not sure what they want to do or those trying to save money before going to a four year university. It has many classes for those who find school difficult and classes to challenge others.

Bang for the buck

Even though the price keeps going up it is still a lot less than a four year university. So it is a great way to finish general education and even classes for majors.

What to do for fun

The are many sports that you can join or be a part of theater or music. There is a student lounge in the campus center and many places outdoors to study or just hang out. As for the region there is hiking, or going out to see a movie or a few bars around.

Food and Dining

The is a small cafeteria/ cafe area to buy food and eat breakfast, lunch or dinner. There are a lot of good places off campus that are well priced for lunch or dinner.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms.

Academic Rigor

Some classes are very easy, the one or two unit classes. While some can be very difficult, three or five units. Like wise some teachers are very easy while others make you jump through hoops. Look up rate my professor to learn about the professors you will have.

Tips for prospective students

When starting see a counselor to create a two year plan or to get a list of the general education requirements. Know what you need to take in order to get out quickly. And know what major you want or degree you want to achieve. Parking is hard to find, especially the first couple of weeks.

In three sentences

Citrus college is a great college for student who are unsure about starting their college experience. The campus is not too big or small, and the school is very Eco friendly. Things to look out for is parking and staying for longer than two or three years. Other than that most of the faculty is very friendly and does their best to teach well.

Marissa from Azusa, CA

Pay attention to deadlines. Before you know it you missed out on something important that could have helped you.

In three sentences

Over all this college is treating me well. I've only been here one semester, but I have gotten a lot of help by doing my part in asking. Don't be afraid to ask around. There are lots of things around the campus that can help you a tone!

Hollianne from Claremont, CA

I like to go to the Starbucks on campus and many of the restaurants nearby.

Food and Dining

The Citrus Cafe has great food and a wide variety as well.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms at Citrus College.

Academic Rigor

The classes are not too difficult, but they do make you work to get good grades.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure you study and do your homework, and don't be afraid to ask the professors for help because they are always more than happy to do so.

In three sentences

My time at Citrus College has be a very pleasant experience. I have enjoyed the staff and the overall campus environment. The professors are always willing to help and there are many convenient amenities.

Alexander from Claremont, CA

There are plenty of clubs and sports to join, and there are plent of students to get to know.

Food and Dining

Food is alright, the college itself doesn't supply much but there are plenty of restaurants around.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms.

Academic Rigor

The honors classes are like any other college's course and are treated as such. Even the higher level classes are great and the professors really strive to make sure every student understands the class.

Tips for prospective students

Register right on your registration time and enroll in the honors program to get priority registration.

In three sentences

Citrus college has turned out to be great for me. I can get all my classes, and the professors are great. The classes are small so things feel personalized, and they really prepare one to transfer.

L from Azusa

01/28/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

So far, in my experience, there have not been any major incidents on campus. However, last year a friend of mine was harrassed when a drunk guy tried to get in her car, but the campus safety was there in a few minutes and were able to control the situation. The campus safety phone number is encouraged to be registered in your cell by nearly all the teachers. Campus safety does regular patrols during the day and night. I've had classes run until 10 pm, and the campus safety is always walking around or driving around. You can ask them to walk you to and from your class if you want and they will gladly help you. Even if you dont, sometimes they will come up and ask you if everything is ok if you are walking alone at night. The campus itself is pretty much lit, except for parts of the parking lot where a light may burn out.

Clubs and Activities

There is the student government and a few other odd clubs available, but you have to look for them and ask people in the clubs for more information. Many of them look for recruits during club week which usually happens during the first couple weeks of school starting.

Great for these types of students

Citrus is great for students who don't mind being on a small campus and who will be comfortable with commuting to the school everyday. Since the campus is small, you are more likely to see the same classmates either in another class or around campus througout the year. At this campus, it is ok if you are majorly outgoing, or even if you are super shy. The other students and campus people make you feel welcome.

Bang for the buck

If you attend Citrus for general education classes before transferring to another college (4 year), you will definately be saving A LOT of money. The general classes are identical to the ones at larger universities, except way cheaper! and Citrus provides small class settings so you can focus more and have a better relationship with the teachers.

What to do for fun

The campus sometimes has a few different events for students to participate in. For example, the performing arts department puts on shows and sometimes there are movie screenings. In the city, there are different places for college students to hang out at, including a movie theater a few blocks from the campus.

Food and Dining

On the actual campus, there are many drink vendors. In the snack bar, there are also snacks, coffee, and other drinks. There's also a small cafe/lunch prep area where you can get a hot lunch during certain times. Around the community there are a variety of places to eat (Starbucks, tacos, pho, etc).

Dorm Life

There are no dorms at the Citrus College campus. You need to commute from where you live.

Academic Rigor

The classes are pretty much the same as any other college. The only difference is that since the classes are smaller in size, the teachers at Citrus tend to be more friendly and understanding. They will help you when you need it, you just need to ask.

Tips for prospective students

Enroll for classes early because they fill up fast and then you will be waitlisted and sometimes you won't get the classes you want. If you are elgible, apply for EOP&S. Also if elgible, accept the BOGG financial aid. It helps to pay for your classes and tuition.

In three sentences

A small but nice campus. Everyone is very kind and helpful. If you need help finding a class or need to do a campus survey, most people are willing to undrestand and take time away from their lives to help you out.

Tiffany from La Puente, CA

There is usually campus safety roaming the parking lots and the campus so I do feel safe at school.

Clubs and Activities

I'm not involved in too many clubs or activities because I have to work, attend class, and am a full time mom. But I do know that there is a large variety of clubs to get involved in.

Great for these types of students

Those who are interested in the sciences.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

I don't think there are really any unusual traditions or locations on campus.

Bang for the buck

If you are willing to explore the campus to fully utilize its resources, then you really will get the bang for your buck.

What to do for fun

There are a lot of school clubs and there is a trail close by that a lot of people like to go up for a challenging workout. Because of the diverse group of people, it is also good company and people have a lot of ideas on what to do to pass the time.

Food and Dining

The food on campus is good for what it is worth. Citrus is surrounded by a lot of restaurants, fast food places, and stores that are within walking distance, so that is a definite advantage.

Academic Rigor

Again, the rigor depends on the classes. I can only speak for my own classes, but especially in the sciences, the professors have required and expected a lot. Not so much as in a course load, for example a lot of homework, but as far as being responsible and getting involved in the material.

Tips for prospective students

Get involved and find out what Citrus has to offer. There are lots of great resources like free tutoring in different departments, clubs for all kinds of leisure activities, and a lot of different people you can network with.

In three sentences

Depending on your major and the classes you choose, Citrus College is a great school. The professors I have encountered have all cared deeply about the students and the subjects they teach. There are a lot of resources that are available if you look for them.

Tana from Ontario, CA

Never give up, never tell your self you can't. Education is not promoted in every country, so take full advantage of the opportunities bestowed upon you as a student.

In three sentences

They really aim to keep class sizes small, which I respect. But, it's so disheartening to see the negative effects of impaction. Citrus has been good to me though, and will always have a place in my heart.

Xochitl

03/07/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Security is always on the lok out. They send emails to students when something has occured on campus or in the community to keep them aware. Also, security is available to walk you to your car for those taking late night classes.

Clubs and Activities

Every semester there is a Club Rush on campus that informs students of the different clubs on campus. Clubs get together in the campus center and encourage others to join. Theres music, food, games, and many interesting people to interact with.

Bang for the buck

It costs $48 per unit so you are svaing more than half the amount for classes than you would pay at a university.

Food and Dining

There is an on campus owl cafe that serves breakfast and lunch as well as a starbucks. Local food joints are walking distance from campus which is a plus side so one does not have to give up their parking spot.

Academic Rigor

The level of academic rigor depends on what your majoring in. In general, the professors are felxible and are available to answer questions and help with your studies.

Tips for prospective students

Take advantage of the free on campus tutoring! There are many clubs and resources to help you make your stay here at Citrus College fun and worthwhile.

In three sentences

On a scale of 1 to 10 I would give Citrus College a 7. Compared to other community colleges, it is less impacted so classes are fairly easy to obtain. The campus is small but in a great outdoor environment with many helpful resources offered to students. Parking is not so great...have to get there extra early to get a good spot.

Monica from glendora, CA

They are always around, they're always on top of the latest issues. Always get warnings if anything happens and they work hard to keep the students and faculty safe.

Greek Life

As far as I know, there's Sigma something-something. And some of the members can get a job as a group tutor. Really cool people as far as I've met! Check it out!

Clubs and Activities

I haven't had much experience with Clubs and Activities but there are some vendors that come and sell cool things in the quad, blood drives, health care trucks come by to educate you, clubs are fun and you meet cool people and cool instructors.

Great for these types of students

Students who love theater, art, dance, and the sciences have great opportunities at Citrus College. Great instructors in the Fine arts who have had respectable real world experiences and still work in great venues. There is so much talent at Citrus! In the science department, there are TONS of opportunities and people ready to help you succeed in your career. Take advantage of these resources!

Bang for the buck

If you get a BOG waiver, this is a great school for little out of pocket. Try for scholarships, FAFSA financial aid, EOPS, and other financial offers. There's also a 99 cent store near by so stock up... The cosmotology center is another way to save some money. Cheap hair cuts, facials, makeup applications done by students but just because they're students doesn't mean they aren't good. They take their time and don't rush.

What to do for fun

Join clubs! Some clubs are just fun for watching movies and making friends! Be involved in your college and activities to make friends and it will open opportunities for you as far as jobs, internships, or recommendation letters. There are lots of places to eat around campus and hang out.

Food and Dining

They make good burgers and chicken strips at the cafeteria. A decent amount of vending machines around campus for snacks and drinks. We have a starbucks on campus as well! In the student store there is more food and drinks. My only complaint is how expensive it is! The cafeteria isn't as expensive with good sandwiches, soups, and actual dinners but they close early.

Dorm Life

No dorms available for Citrus Community College.

Academic Rigor

The majority of these classes offered at Citrus are tough. They require lots of studying and reading and dedication. It's well worth it and teachers are always willing to discuss topics and help you out. But this goes with any school and any class. You need to study!

Tips for prospective students

My tips for you are to go see a counselor every year. Make sure you're on track for your intended transfer school and career to avoid taking classes you don't need. Secondly, take classes from different fields of study that complete your GE and interest you! Be a well rounded student and well rounded individual because ALL subjects in ALL fields of study interrelate to one another.

In three sentences

It's a great school with great people to make friends with. Many opportunities to help you succeed are offered and most instructors will help driven students go further. Some counselors are very helpful but some rush you through the meeting without hearing you out... so don't get the older lady with blonde hair (Anderson I think).

Baleria from Baldwin Park, CA

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Food and Dining

There are so many places to dine around Citrus and they are inexpensive. Great for students who spend an entire day in school.

Dorm Life

I did not choose the dorm life.

Academic Rigor

So many opportunities are available at Citrus but you must stay focused and take advantage of what they tell you because it is valuable information!

Tips for prospective students

Some tips for prospective students is to be as friendly and open minded as you can. Many of the people you meet in college will help you succeed and feel more accomplished mentally and emotionally!

In three sentences

Citrus College is such a diverse and clean place! Citrus is the right place to start connections and meet new people. Gives me the opportunity to also get ahead while enjoying relationships with other students, from 1 through 10 I would definitely rate Citrus with a 9(:

Kiera from Azusa, CA

06/21/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

always watching over the parkings lots and main streets

Great for these types of students

Students that are Independent and need somewhere to start. Classes are offered at different times of the day to give people who work options some classes are offered weekends . Great for students looking to transfer

Food and Dining

Nothing too fancy but college is right off a main street so alot of cheap sit down restraunts and fast food places

Academic Rigor

Professors are awesome. Because the classrooms aren't as big as the UC's and Cal states it gives you a more one on one atmosphere with your profesors

In three sentences

For being a Junior college they are well organized. Very detail orientated when it comes to staff and teacher helping you get things done. Great opportunities and certification programs. The transfer department has been very helpful too

Karlyn from Glendora, CA

Campus s=Safety is awesome. If you need something they will help you. They are always present on campus and take the safety of the student, faculty and staff very seriously.

Clubs and Activities

Like I said before Citrus has lots of activities that are both fun and educational. There are many clubs on campus that are both social and academic. If you are looking fr it they probably have it, and if they don't the Office of Student Life and Leadership will help you make it.

What to do for fun

The student government is always throwing fun events in the quad. So stop on by in between and either climb a rock wall, play a game of inflatable twister, fly on the gyroscope or dance to the funky music being played by the DJ.

Food and Dining

The food in the Cafeteria is soooooooo good. Philomena who is the manager of the Cafeteria always has hot food to eat. She usually has two different dishes prepared daily. So make sure you stop in and have a good ole home cooked meal.

Dorm Life

They do not have dorms :)

Academic Rigor

The teachers will challenge you because they truly want to see you succeed and want you to be prepared to transfer to a four year institution or be prepared for your job career.

Tips for prospective students

Talk to your professors after class and ask for help they will most definitely help you. Learn about all the programs and services that they have available for you like the Writing Center, Tutoring, the STEM Center and USE them. Go to the events on campus. Last but not least have a meal in the cafeteria Philomena always has delicious hot meals in their daily.

In three sentences

Citrus College was an AMAZING College to go to. I had a great experience. The faculty and staff always went out of their way to help me succeed.

Ryan from Upland, CA

Again, none to speak of. There's no dorms at Citrus, and no fraternities or sororities.

Great for these types of students

Citrus isn't terribly impacted, but it's still ideal for a student to work during the day and take classes at night. Day classes are difficult to get.

Bang for the buck

The value of a community college education is immense and undeniable. You receive an equivalent education to all of your friends at state schools, but only pay a fifth of what they do.

What to do for fun

The campus is attached to Azusa Pacific University, so for all intents and purposes, Citrus students are APU students. Glendora is a fairly central location in the Inland Valley, with places like Disneyland, Downtown LA, and the beach all relatively close.

Food and Dining

Remarkably high quality food that costs very little to students.

Dorm Life

None to speak of.

Academic Rigor

Professors are geared towards helping their students succeed - even if it means sacrificing coursework or curbing exam difficulty to do so.

Tips for prospective students

Don't be fooled by the stigma of community college - your professors are brilliant and very qualified. Speak with them. Ask them good questions. You'll want their letters of recommendation when you transfer.

In three sentences

Citrus College is about what you should expect from a Community College experience. Competent professors and a diverse array of students from various ethnic backgrounds and upbringings are your peers in this academic environment that is geared less towards arbitrary rigor and more towards concrete success.

Anonymous

Join clubs, but what I love the most about this school is that it is near the mountains.

Food and Dining

There is a Cafe and you can find snacks in the bookstore.

Academic Rigor

You have to be truly dedicated and study a lot! You especially need to study more for science and math classes they could be extremely stressful.

Tips for prospective students

I recommend low income students to apply to the EOP & S program they are very helpful! Also try to get into the honors program , the honors professors are great! Both of these programs give you priority registration and you actually transfer in 2 years.

In three sentences

I have attended different community colleges and this one was the best choice I've made. There are a lot of great professors and most of the staff is nice.

Monica from Covina, CA

01/03/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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What to do for fun

Citrus College is located right next to a shopping center. There are stores, restaurants, and a movie theater. There is also a drive in theater close by. Raging Waters is also only a few minutes away. Citrus is located about 30 minutes from L.A. So there are plenty of things to do.

Food and Dining

The cafeteria food at Citrus is good. They have a menu you can order off of. As well as a meal of the day. They also have a salad and sandwich bar.

Dorm Life

Citrus conveniently located. On a good day I can get to school in 5 minutes. There are apartments for rent near by or you can live at home.

Academic Rigor

We all have our academic strengths and weaknesses, and after taking so many different classes at Citrus I can honestly say they are all passable. I have taken a wide variety of classes from art to chemistry. I have passed all my classes with good grades; I was not an A student in high school. I've enjoyed everyone of my classes.

Tips for prospective students

I recommend that all students visit the Student Services building. There are many great programs offered at the Student Services building that will help students academically, financially, and even with personal issues.

In three sentences

Citrus College is located in a very lively area. The staff is wonderful. They offer a wide variety of classes.

from what i have seen citrus is slightly cheaper than some community colleges but not by much

What to do for fun

take some art related classes or hang around with friends, Citrus is located in the city so there are many restaurants and other things to do such as the movie theatre

Food and Dining

The college is surrounded by many businesses however there is limited dining options on campus

Dorm Life

there are no dorms

Academic Rigor

The classes depending on what you take can be easy however som can be very hard

Tips for prospective students

Like any College Find Out ways to pay for your tuition and Always meet the dealines for class registration as it can be hard to get classes.

In three sentences

Citrus College is an excellent College to attend for those seeking a General education or and education in the arts. There is a diverse range of classes courses to take for students wishing to do so. The staff at Citrus is also for the most part very informative and helpful.

Lori

03/08/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

The school tries to be very good about campus safety. They send out emails/phone call alerts for anything suspicious that happens on or near the campus. They also make sure all students have the campus security phone number in their cell phones, in case of an emergency.

Clubs and Activities

They have a Club Rush every semester, where they have a variety of different clubs for different types of people. There is an LGBT club, an Anime Club, cheerleading, and a few others.

Great for these types of students

For students looking for a smaller campus in the area, this is a small one. It is not tiny, but it isn't as big as surrounding schools. It is also very good for students pursuing STEM majors because they have a very good STEM program.

Bang for the buck

This is a community college, so it is less expensive than a four-year university, obviously. However, the book store does not seem to be as inexpensive, but textbooks are textbooks. They are always expensive.

What to do for fun

There are many performances put on by the drama and music department. The area is also surrounded with gyms and parks. It is a good area to be a college student in.

Food and Dining

The food on campus is pretty all right. The cafe on campus makes good food. There is also a Starbucks on campus and several vending machines. The amount of food around this area is a little much, but you can find anything you want within walking distance. If you have a gap in your class schedule, it's nice to be able to walk less than a half of a mile to some good, inexpensive food.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms at Citrus College. However, there are many surrounding apartment complexes that look really nice and safe.

Academic Rigor

It honestly depends on what you are studying, what teachers you get, what they teach, and how often you are on campus. If you are going full time, you will probably notice that you are working a lot, studying a lot, etc. If you are only going for a class or two, it is a much different experience. The general education courses are usually less involved than the major-focused science classes, but many professors are very good. When the teachers care about their subject, they care about teaching it to their students a lot more. I have had better experiences with the higher-level courses.

Tips for prospective students

The biggest tip that comes to mind is not education-related. It is parking-related. You need to show up very early, maybe even an hour early, to get parking here. Also, get everything you need done for admission, financial aid, etc. done before the semester begins. Once the semester begins, lines in the student services building are too long.

In three sentences

Citrus College is a smaller community college, making it slightly easier to get classes, but not that easy because everything is impacted anyway. Many of the on campus resources are beneficial, while others seem to waste your time rather than help you. There are a handful of professors who will truly dedicate their lives to teaching you the subjects they are passionate about, which is great.

Alexandra from Claremont, CA

Campus safety I would rate a 2.5 because of the amount of people being held at knife point while sitting in their cars in the school parking lot.

Clubs and Activities

Citrus offers some weekly activities, such as a veterans celebrations, and this school does offer some clubs.

Great for these types of students

Students looking to finish their associate's degree to transfer to a 4 year university.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The outside art center is very lovely to sit and eat lunch while enjoying the artwork displayed on the walls all around center, and being nestled between large, oak trees.

Bang for the buck

There are interesting, highly qualified professors who teach at Citrus and it is worth the amount you pay per unit.

What to do for fun

There are many art classes that are for college credit such as painting or ceramics. I enjoyed taking a ceramics class while attending Citrus.

Food and Dining

There is a cafeteria called the Owl Cafe on campus where students can sit either outside or inside.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms available.

Academic Rigor

The academic rigor at Citrus college in Glendora is relatively easy depending on what course a student is taking. There is a math success center which aides students in any math class, which is very helpful. Overall, the difficulty of the course solely depends on the instructor and the determination of the student.

Tips for prospective students

Rent your textbooks online for courses, it is much cheaper than buying them at the campus bookstore. In the Fall, give yourself at least 30 minutes to look for parking because the Fall semester seems to be the hardest time to find parking. Also, make regular appointments with a counselor to get on the right track to transfer to a four year university.

In three sentences

Good size campus, but unorganized in the tutoring department. Too many people soliciting on campus by selling phone cases or trying to get students to sign petitions not related to school. However, it offers many advantages for disabled people such as elevators to building with second floors, and handicap buttons used to open doors to almost all building.

Skyler from West Covina, CA

Professors here could and should be far more challenging. Many give busy work and the tests do not even correspond to homework.

Tips for prospective students

Have backup classes and different varieties of class schedules that will work for you, because classes are very limited. Whether you get on a wait list or not, go to the class on the first day of school if you really need it. On some occasions (rare, but worth trying) professors will work with you or advise you on what to do. Try to take any courses you can the first 2-3 semesters. It takes time to move up on the priority registration list.

In three sentences

The professors are passionate about teaching. The administrative office is impossible to deal with. It is extremely difficult to get an appointment with an adviser or counselor.

Marissa from Azusa, CA

The campus is always having fun things going on. I recommend attending them.

Food and Dining

Food is good...sometimes

Academic Rigor

Some courses are difficult depending on the professor.

Tips for prospective students

I would recommend to look for a counselor who best fits your needs and will look out for you. It took me about three semesters to find one, but once I started working with her my experience at Citrus has improved greatly.

In three sentences

My experience here at Citrus has been more than I could ever ask for. I have grown as a student and person by interacting with the wonderful professors at this college. Citrus is a great school if you don not know where to start on your path for higher education.

Don't want to spend money or are in a budget theres a Stater Bros right next to the school grab a banana or a cup of noodles! Also two McDonalds around the block. Don't have enough money for book? Not a problem, the library has a selection of textbooks for various classes that can be checked out for a few weeks or be used in the library for a few hours while you do your homework.

What to do for fun

Join a club! Get involved in school! Shopping centers near by, as well as great hiking places.

Food and Dining

Cafeteria can do better not a big fan of it. Although Tommy's, a burger joint across the street of Citrus behind the math building, GREAT burgers. Especially if you're hungry! Ooooh and the chili cheese fries!

Dorm Life

No dorms here(:

Academic Rigor

Academically, Citrus has a range of teachers some courses are more vigorous although teachers are always there to help tutoring sessions are available as well and are FREE! Take advantage of that. Classes are challenging enough to make you work extra hard.

Tips for prospective students

Talk to your counselor!! Get involved, you're attending that school even if it wasn't your first choice make the best of and get the most out of it! Make friends and start networking professors most important can have a huge impact in your career life!

In three sentences

Great community college, all staff is very helpful and eager to assist. A bunch of growing opportunities.Parking is the only downfall.

Adrian from Baldwin Park, CA

08/21/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Campus safety is decent but can use some more staff. Their phone alert system is very convenient about letting you know what has happened around the school, what to look out for, and what actions to take if you are in any situation.

Great for these types of students

Citrus welcomes motivated, eager, and upbeat students ready and wanting to pursue a higher education, and its a great place to start.

What to do for fun

For fun Citrus College holds activities on campus like small concerts, small games to play, they offered massages for finals week during a semester. Attending the games of the Citrus Owls athletic teams are enjoyable experiences. Some can read a book under the many trees they have on campus, or to get a workout in they have a track accessible to the students where you can run/walk the track or run/walk the stairs. There are many things to do at Citrus.

Food and Dining

Citrus has their own snack bar, food lounge, and Starbucks. If that doesn't sound to your liking there are varieties of diverse restaurants from great pizza places, to Mexican restaurants. They are within walking distance from campus but if you want to drive those places are roughly a 5 minute drive.

Academic Rigor

Some classes are a bit more difficult than others. There are some programs to help tutor you. Some specific programs are the Writing Cafe and STEM. The Writing Cafe helps you from writing essays, term papers, to helping you make a resume for jobs. The STEM program helps you with your math and science needs.

Tips for prospective students

Prospective students, Citrus is a great place to pursue your academic goals. To begin, you should really visit a counselor each semester to track your progress, and build your SEP (Student Education Plan) that way you take all your necessary classes to get your degree and/or transfer to your university of choice. Another tip is to use your professors, they are there to help you succeed so use them before and after class with any questions you might have or during their scheduled office hours.

In three sentences

Citrus College is a great place to start your general education to get your Associate's Degree and/or transfer to the school of your liking. There are plenty of great professors that are willing to help you achieve your personal academic goals, just be sure to utilize them before and after class or during office hours. The faculty and staff are also very helpful with any questions or concerns you may have with finding your classes or any other things you might want to know.

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